Ronald Acuna Jr. Showing Why He's Elite
4 years agoAtlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has gotten off to a blazing start to the season and is showing why he was the No. 1 overall pick in most fantasy drafts. Acuna is making exceptional plays on defense, taking extra bases on the basepaths and is hitting for power and showing his high-end speed while bringing all the energy. If he can stay healthy, Acuna could become the fifth player to join the 40-40 club (40 home runs, 40 stolen bases), joining Alfonso Soriano, Barry Bonds, Alex Rodriguez and Jose Canseco. After Monday's game, Acuna has a slash line of .447/.500/.947 with five doubles, four home runs, eight RBI and three stolen bases. He's the real deal, folks.
Source: The Athletic - Jim Bowden
Source: The Athletic - Jim Bowden